Reese Hanneman is a former U.S. Olympic athlete, and spent a decade competing with the U.S. Ski Team. Transitioning from sports to business, he founded the Ophira Group, a marketing agency known for its innovative approach to marketing, PR, strategy, and digital media. With a focus on measurable outcomes and strategic thinking, Reese applies his athletic discipline to drive success in a competitive market. 

Michelle Hendricks is available to offer insights on tips, trends, and products to help homeowners imagine the untapped potential of their outdoor living spaces. As category marketing manager for Deckorators, Hendricks has unique knowledge into how deck design elements can enhance any outdoor living space. Hendricks can serve as a valuable source on topics such as: DECK DESIGN IDEAS AND TRENDS Outdoor living spaces are an extension of our homes and personal style. Hendricks can offer inspiration by speaking to the latest in deck innovations, materials, colors, textures and styles that homeowners can make their own. DECK PLANNING 101 Deck planning comes with its own unique set of decisions and options, which can be overwhelming. Hendricks can provide tips to help homeowners simplify the process of creating an outdoor space that suits their home, lifestyle, and décor. WHAT'S NEXT IN OUTDOOR LIVING The evolving needs and desires of homeowners drives the innovation and developments in the outdoor living market. Hendricks can offer insight into upcoming trends and features that will become common in the outdoor living spaces of the future. 

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Dr. Rapaport is a Dermatologist based in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. He has expertise in non-surgical hair restoration.Dr. Rapaport went to medical school at Emory University in Atlanta Georgia. He has Dermatology Practices in Englewood Cliffs and Old Bridge, New Jersey. He presents seminars on Dermatology and other subjects often. He has practiced Dermatology since 1981.

As the Founder of Mint & Needle & Aesthetics Injector, Brandi has seamlessly merged her expertise in healthcare with her passion for empowering individuals to “look their best, feel their best”. Further, she serves as a trainer and key opinion leader within medical aesthetics. With a commitment to making a positive impact in her industry, she has taken on the role of Medical Advisor for WETHRIVV.

Stephane Jean-Baptiste is a visionary entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and business strategist who has made a significant impact in the beauty industry. As the COO and Co-Founder of Kreyol Essence, he has revolutionized the way natural beauty products are created and marketed. With a passion for celebrating Haitian culture and empowering local farmers, Stephane has built an eco-luxury brand that has gained international recognition. His creative direction and storytelling abilities have been instrumental in shaping the brand's narrative and connecting with a global audience. The social business connects its sales to economic development and improving the environment in Haiti and has launched nationwide with select retailers such as Ulta Beauty, QVC, Whole Foods Market and Urban Outfitters. Kreyol Essence was recently featured on ABC’s Shark Tank and was named 2020 Best Beauty Brand by the prestigious Beauty Independent. Refinery29 has called Kreyòl Essence one of the Most Exciting & Cool Indie Beauty Brands.

Jessica Lyonford is a visionary leader and advocate for transformative change, dedicated to creating a world where education, work and community life are all rooted in the science of happiness and human flourishing. She is the founder of Project More Happy, applying her deep expertise in positive psychology, coaching and entrepreneurship to architect environments that foster individual well-being and collective harmony.Jessica's framework of The Eight Pillars of Happiness—Confidence, Authenticity, Optimism, Compassion, Purpose, Gratitude, Feeling, and Curiosity—is at the forefront of a movement to integrate the science of flourishing into every aspect of society. These pillars are practical tools that can transform schools into hubs of creativity and compassion, workplaces into models of inclusivity and productivity and communities into vibrant centers of civic engagement and sustainability

A wild gal turned sober-curious, Fay Behbehani is a London native living in Los Angeles, and a beverage entrepreneur in both the alcoholic and the non-alcoholic space.As former head of marketing for a California-based brain tech company, she discovered her passion for bio-hacking and incremental gains for mind and body. After co-founding Uncle Ed’s Damn Good Vodka, Behbehani had an epiphany on a meditation retreat in Northern California that alcohol no longer served her, and that drinking culture needed a radical shift. Harnessing her breadth of experience, whilst indulging in her passion for all things beverage, wellness and plant medicine, she founded bonbuz, setting out to revive the spirits industry and what it means to drink and get 'buzzed' together in the modern age.

Rita is a board-certified, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at Fay with a career in providing 1-on-1 medical nutrition therapy and customized nutrition counseling. She received her Bachelor of Science degree and completed her supervised practice from Dominican University, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. She has over 8 years of experience in nutrition counseling. Many of the clients/patients she sees daily are diagnosed with disordered eating/eating disorders, IBS, prediabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, PCOS and GERD. She became a dietitian to help people improve their health physically and mentally as it relates to food and nutrition. She uses a personalized approach and meets you where you're at promoting positive outcomes with her sincere and empathetic personality. Rita gives you the tools you need to create new behaviors, encouraging a sense of accountability and educates you on the science of food and nutrition to improve your quality of life. She is here to debunk nutrition myths and to support you as you go through your journey to great health and well-being. As a lifelong learner, Rita enjoys reading and researching emerging nutrition topics to give you the latest most accurate information. Her certificates from Stanford University in Nutrition, Adult Weight Management from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetic Association, and FODMAP training from Monash University have propelled her to a higher level of expertise. Rita enjoys eating out, talking walks with her husband and spending quality time with her 4 adult kids and teenager.

Shannon is uniquely qualified to support individuals through their nutrition journey because she has been in their shoes. After overcoming personal struggles with fueling for athletic performance (including fat loss and muscle gain), orthorexia, and binge eating, she became a registered dietitian to help others. Shannon has worked with athletes at all ages and levels, including NFL, NBA, MLB, MiLB, collegiate, and high school athletes. She has collaborated with teams such as University of Louisville Football and the Miami Marlins, as well as human performance centers like IMG Academy and EXOS. Shannon loves to travel and is a full-time digital nomad.

Peter Eberle is the President and CIO of Castle Funds, an investment firm that has been managing funds invested in Bitcoin and other digital currencies since 2017. Castle Funds offers secure, liquid, low-cost access to Bitcoin and other digital currencies. It manages active portfolios across spot, futures, and options markets and develops software systems that handle all aspects of its fund operations.

Kasi is a freelance fashion and apparel industry journalist and wardrobe stylist whose work has written for Texas Monthly, Sourcing Journal, South by Southwest, EcoCult & more. Kasi is also the founder of Peahen Studio, a renowned hub for sustainable style and education. She blends deep subject-matter expertise with contemporary style, helping her clients refine their dressing formulas, maximize their wardrobes, and make updates with slow and secondhand apparel. She has been recognized as an expert on sustainable fashion and a top blogger by Glamour Magazine, Green Match UK, and more. She is interested in covering apparel production and innovation, fashion's connection to agriculture, emerging slow fashion brands---or any story that investigates the how or why behind clothing.

Eden Laurin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Nyssa, a leading Femtech company whose mission is to bring innovation to women’s healthcare. Her designs have garnered multiple awards, including Amazon’s Force for Good Award, and been named to MoMA’s ‘100 Most Influential Innovations For Women For the Last 100 Years.’ Prior to Nyssa, Eden started The Drinking Fountain, a non-profit that connects brands with communities in need of fresh drinking water. She is a James Beard Award Winner and a former Division 1 NCAA Champion.

Shirley Leigh-Wood Oakes is the Founding Partner and CEO of Mezcal Campante, an independent spirits brand alongside her partners Luca Longobardi and José Luis Bustamante. With a rich background in brand development across various premium and luxury sectors, including technology, automotive, hospitality, and spirits, Leigh-Wood Oakes brings a wealth of expertise to the table. Driven by her passion for craft beverages and a profound interest in the intricacies of their production, Leigh-Wood Oakes was captivated by the world of agave spirits after delving into its techniques, history, and her family's affinity for Mexico. Collaborating with her partners, Campante emerged as a culmination of years of research, embodying the timeless qualities of traditional artisanal mezcal. Leigh-Wood Oakes set two fundamental goals for Campante: it had to deliver exceptional smoothness and unparalleled drinkability. As a leading female partner, Leigh-Wood Oakes is paving the way for female consumers and empowering women within the spirits industry.

Joel has 20 years of senior executive leadership experience in the technology industry in companies ranging from $100 million in revenues to multi-billion. He was once described by BusinessWeek Magazine as a ”a marketing whiz who's needle is stuck on motivate."He is recognized for presiding over Dell's explosive growth in the early to mid 1990's as its number 2 executive behind founder Michael Dell during the company’s meteoric rise to the Fortune 500. Advertising industry icon Fred Goldberg said that “next to Michael Dell, Joel’s leadership was responsible more than anyone else’s for Dell’s growth in those early years. Joel was an important part of the brand itself.”In 1993, he was appointed to a GSA Technology Committee personally led by Vice President Al Gore, to help modernize the U. S. Government’s technology purchasing process. After he left Dell, he held a broad set of President and CEO positions in both private and public companies. Most recently, Joel and his wife AnnMarie are 2 of the co-founders of HumanN, a Life Sciences innovator. The company has been named by Inc Magazine as one of the fastest growth companies in America for the last 9 consecutive years. Recently, Joel was recognized as an Ernst & Young 2022 Entrepreneur of the Year Regional Winner. HumanN was also named to Austin's A-List of top startup companies by the Austin Chamber of Commerce and South by Southwest. HumanN was awarded Nutrition Business Journal's prestigious Science Award for the nutrition industry in 2017. The prolific success of its industry leading products are led by brands like SuperBeets. Its sport brand is used by over 120 professional and Division One NCAA collegiate teams as well as numerous Olympians.

Cooper joined Hat Attack, her family's business in 2012. Founded by her parents, BJ & Bill Gedney in 1981, Cooper now serves as the creative director of the company and runs the business daily, managing 15 employees in their Stamford, CT office/warehouse. Cooper loves designing and producing fashion-forward, functional pieces for the casual lifestyle brand.

Dr. Francine Kaufman - Dr. Kaufman’s career spans almost 40 years in diabetes care. She is a dedicated pediatric endocrinologist and has served as director of the Comprehensive Childhood Diabetes Center, and head of the Center for Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Dr. Kaufman is also a Distinguished Professor Emerita of Pediatrics and Communications at the Keck School of Medicine and the Annenberg School of Communications of the University of Southern California. She was formerly the president of the American Diabetes Association, chair of the National Diabetes Education Program and elected to the National Academy of Medicine. She is the author of over 250 scientific manuscripts and numerous books, including Diabesity: The Obesity-Diabetes Epidemic That Threatens America and the ADA’s Insulin Pumps and Continuous Glucose Monitoring: A User’s Guide to Effective Diabetes Management. Dr. Kaufman is an active philanthropist working with numerous organizations and charities around the world aimed at improving the lives of people with diabetes. She was also an advisor to the Governor on the California Initiative on Health, Fitness and Obesity. Most recently Dr. Kaufman served as Chief Medical Officer and Vice President of Global Clinical, Regulatory and Medical Affairs at Medtronic Diabetes. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Northwestern University and was the Valedictorian of her class at Chicago Medical School

Hello! I'm Bruce Tyndall, the Marketing & PR Lead at Kevin Murphy. With 17 years of experience in the beauty industry, I leverage my expertise to drive the brand's strategic initiatives and elevate its global presence. I began my career in the professional beauty industry as a professionally trained hairstylist and makeup artist, which provided me with a deep understanding of beauty and fashion which led me to desire to dive deeper into the beauty business with a focus on Education, Marketing, PR and Content Creation!My journey in marketing is marked by a passion for fashion and beauty, honed through roles that emphasized creativity, strategic thinking, and an understanding of consumer behavior. My career is distinguished by successful campaigns and partnerships that have significantly increased brand visibility and deepened customer engagement.At Kevin Murphy, I work with a talented team dedicated to crafting compelling narratives and impactful campaigns. I'm known for blending traditional marketing strategies with cutting-edge digital tactics, ensuring the brand stays ahead in a competitive market. My approach is data-driven yet creative, focusing on delivering measurable results while maintaining the brand's distinct voice and aesthetic.My leadership style is collaborative and forward-thinking. I encourage my team to push boundaries and explore new ideas, fostering an environment where innovation thrives. My work at Kevin Murphy includes spearheading online and offline activations, overseeing product launches, and enhancing the customer journey through tailored experiences.Outside of my professional achievements, I am passionate about sustainability in the beauty industry. I actively support initiatives that promote environmentally friendly practices and products, aligning with Kevin Murphy's commitment to sustainability.My dedication to excellence and ability to inspire both my team and the broader community make me a standout leader in the marketing realm. My contributions continue to shape the success and growth of Kevin Murphy along with our fantastic team, reinforcing the brand's position as a leader in the beauty industry.

French-born and one of nine siblings, Rey obtained a degree in engineering in agronomics (agricultural engineering). This technical academic expertise paired with social and political consciousness led Rey to Cameroon and The Ivory Coast, West Africa, where he worked as a cocoa and coffee-buyer in the bush. Rey began to develop his dedication to a win-win-win business model, starting by teaching traditional growers on their small plantations how to produce premium quality product more effectively, increasing the monetary value of their crops as well as empowering them as independent business-people. Leveraging his intimate knowledge of cocoa production, Emmanuel moved to the Netherlands to become a cocoa trader. His personal connection to the people and places behind the commodities gave him a unique perspective. The experience deepened his awareness of exploitative practices in worldwide markets and revealed an emerging opportunity to create products for people who were seeking ethically sourced goods.After earning his MBA, Emmanuel began his career in the international beauty business and spent 10 years at L'Oreal where he ended as tenure as General Manager for L'Oreal Paris in Portugal. Searching for a way to use his beauty experience as a path to expressing his belief that ecological and profit goals are mutually achievable, Emmanuel joined Aveda. Quickly rising to the position of Senior Vice President and General Manager for Aveda North America, Emmanuel was instrumental in developing Aveda into a natural, sustainable and profitable brand.After leaving Aveda to focus on personal growth, Emmanuel intensified his long standing passion for yoga and became certified as an Ashtanga yoga teacher. His experience as a “yogi” gave him new insights regarding the needs of people who strive to make mindfulness a part of their active lifestyle and YUNI was born from those insights.

Matt Hassett has been an entrepreneur since birth, starting with the creation of a school-led newspaper in childhood. After graduating from Brown University and Harvard Kennedy School, Matt worked in communications, policy, and program design at the Center for NYC Neighborhoods, Morgan Stanley’s Global Sustainable Finance group, and the City of New York.He began working on the project that eventually became Loftie at the design firm IDEO where he was an Entrepreneur in Residence. In 2020, Loftie was officially launched.

From the beginning of her career, Gabrielle has worked in various marketing analytics roles across the gaming, hospitality, luxury fashion, and consumer goods industries. Over 10 years, she built experience in strategic brand development and cross-channel marketing, rooted in consumer analytics. She has developed consumer journey roadmaps, acquisition and retention strategies, customer reinvestment matrices, and campaign effectiveness, across both institutional brands (MGM Resorts International and Chanel) and early-stage start-ups (Revel Entertainment and Boll & Branch).

Brooke Mullen, founder and designer of Sapahn, is a passionate traveler, entrepreneur, champion of women empowerment, craft beer enthusiast, proud wife, and mom to a 4-year-old boy (with another baby on the way). Brooke recently returned to her hometown of Lincoln, Nebraska, after living in Thailand for a decade. While in Thailand, she worked at the United Nations on Human Trafficking, completed an MA in Human Rights, and started a fashion brand — Sapahn.Sapahn, meaning bridge in Thai, designs and produces high-quality leather goods and fashion accessories for consumers with similar values. Brooke built a unique sourcing and manufacturing advantage by mobilizing rural Thai communities through fair, ethical and purposeful work.